Big Miracle (2012): cast, story & where to watch
2012 · Film · ★ 6.6
Released in 2012, Big Miracle is a drama, adventure and romance film directed by Ken Kwapis, running about 107 minutes. “A family of whales trapped beneath the ice. One unforgettable rescue.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A small-town news reporter and a Greenpeace volunteer enlist the help of rival superpowers to save three majestic gray whales trapped under the ice of the Arctic Circle.
Who’s in it. Big Miracle stars Drew Barrymore as Rachel Kramer, John Krasinski as Adam Carlson, Kristen Bell as Jill Jerard and Vinessa Shaw as Kelly Meyers, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, Big Miracle has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $24.7M at the box office.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Big Miracle page.
If you liked it. Fans of Big Miracle tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Big Miracle (2012)?
- In US, Big Miracle is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Big Miracle worth watching?
- Big Miracle holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, adventure and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Big Miracle?
- Big Miracle stars Drew Barrymore, John Krasinski, Kristen Bell, Vinessa Shaw and Dermot Mulroney.
- When was Big Miracle released?
- Big Miracle was released in 2012, with a runtime of about 107 minutes.